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Awake Quote by Giorgos Seferis

“Like a bird with broken wing that has traveled through wind for years . . . I sleep and my heart stays awake . . .” quote by Giorgos Seferis
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“Like a bird with broken wing that has traveled through wind for years . . . I sleep and my heart stays awake . . .”

Giorgos Seferis

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Wind" by Giorgos Seferis, 1960

A weary soul feels restless despite physical rest, reflecting inner turmoil.

In simple terms: Even when sleeping, the heart stays awake.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge inner unrest.

Themes

restlessness inner conflict poetry

Mood

melancholic contemplative

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • nighttime reflection
  • creative writing
  • psychological introspection

Key Concepts

Existential fatigue emotional awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What keeps your heart awake at night?
  • Can rest ever soothe a restless mind?
A Different Perspective

Poetry may romanticize suffering.

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